ABBA - The Day Before You Came (Video) 

The best song ever from Abba.

I think its what you would call "hauntingly beautiful".

Undoubtedly one of the finest songs ever written in the history of songwriting. It totally encapsulates the human condition. Sheer brilliance.

ABBA are timeless, this particular song is a absolute gem ❤

By God, what beauty Agnetha is, unmatched. ❤❤❤❤❤

Never got the recognition it deserved.

The mark of good music is in its durability. Over 40 years on this song and many others by ABBA remain hugely popular and hugely impressive. Thank you for the music. Part of the soundtrack of our lives.

One of ABBA's greatest and most underrated singles. Agnetha's vocal is simply stunning and the video is just brilliant.

This song described my life 32 years ago, working two jobs as an immigrant who came to the US with nothing, I was working routinely without aim, lived the single life yet still without aim, 5 years later I saw her smiley eyes in a night that changed my life. The very next morning I stood at the window and listened to this beautiful song for the thousand times yet I finally felt what it meant, I listened to my life in a song and I discovered that I am in love with that beautiful girl I saw the night before, fast forward almost 28 years that girl still my wife and I still feel the same feeling that I felt the morning after I saw her the first time. ABBA has impacted my life in the most beautiful way. Today July 2nd, 2023 we celebrate our 29 anniversary and the day after you came continue to be written, love is a gift that I cherish and never take for granted.....

Being a 66 year-old Brit and quite familiar with the Abba years, I always thought their greatness was best demonstrated in their poignant songs rather than the party songs (shall we say)

One of the best songs ever written...

Agnethas voice is hauntingly beautiful

This is June 2024 and this song of ABBA continues to be exceedingly electrifying, exceptionally elegant, exquisitely expressive, enormously exciting and excellently emotional even today. The singing is singularly soulful, sincere, sentimental, superb, sad yet sweet. ❤❤❤

it's 2024 and i still love abba. 🚆

A timeless masterpiece.

Бессмертная музыка. Браво👍🤚👌

Checking in from 2024. Still one of the greatest songs ever made!

People don't realise it but this is truly one of the greatest masterpieces in modern pop music. No chorus, a double-beat that comes at intervals that feel right but you cannot put your finger on, an extremely mundane story that actually is so powerful from what it doesn't say. The feeling of sadness in the song, a contradiction given the implication it is about finding a new lover. There is so much it leaves you thinking about - just wonderful!

Just underrated !!!

In my opinion, best song they made

I’m 60 now. My favourite Abba song. Masterpiece.

My favourite ABBA song, but unfortunately rarely played.

Все обращают внимание на этот речитатив Агнеты, и не слышат сложного вокализа Фриды на втором голосе!

Какие были песни ! Какие исполнители ! 👏👏👏 Музыка на века

Великолепная вещь,я её слушал мне было лет15,сейчас мне 60,верите нет я сам не верю но чувства те-же,недаром "АББА"моя любимая группа,приходили и уходили другие но АББА была всегда!

A musical masterpiece. Doesn't matter if you're into heavy metal to Mozart and everything in-between. This is just brilliant. The vocals and the story of a mundane day brought to life in this recording. And the background music. I'm no expert so probably a technical name for it but it's so understated but so brilliant at the same time. Just my opinion but i think this is the best Abba song by a country mile and possibly one of the all time greats. Love to hear your thoughts and if you agree or disagree.

Der Song ist außerirdisch gut. Einer der meist missverstanden Songs überhaupt. Denn es ist ein Liebeslied. 1982 weit ihrer Zeit voraus. Viele konnten ihnen damals nicht mehr folgen. Darum klingen ihre Lieder heute zeitlos , wie aus der Zeit gefallen. Eben klassische Popmusik. ❤

This song is a hidden gem. Only people who actually take the time to deep dive into ABBAs discography will find it. Nonetheless it’s one of their absolute best and it makes you wonder what would have happened if they had decided to stick together for a couple more records. Sadly it was emotionally draining for them to continue, you can feel Agnetha’s pain half across The Visitors 😢

If it’s possible to make you feel happy and sad at he same time, this song does it perfectly. A timeless classic

Beutifully haunting music, one on it's own..!

The best ABBA song ever

The Day Before You Came" is a song that has always resonated with me, for a long time, as it beautifully captures the monotony of daily life and the profound impact a significant person can have on our lives. The lyrics, written from the perspective of the protagonist, meticulously recount the mundane details of their day-to-day existence, or at least, how it once was, and indeed returned to. This highlights the lack of passion and direction in their life, before the arrival of a special someone. The protagonist explaining their morning routine, such as leaving their house at eight and catching the train. This meticulous description of their daily life emphasizes the sense of obligation and the lack of excitement or spontaneity before the arrival of their lover. As the song progresses, the protagonist describes their workday, lunch break, and the commute back home, illustrating a rigid and predictable routine. The lyrics "I must have kept on dragging through the business of the day, without really knowing anything, I hid a part of me away" suggest a disconnection from their emotions and a sense of being only partially present in their own life, just going by, and by. The music video is also a departure from ABBA's previous work, which often featured the band members dressed in glamorous outfits and upbeat, energetic visuals. In contrast, the video for "The Day Before You Came" features Agnetha Fältskog as the protagonist, dressed in somber attire, riding the train, interacting with her lover, and driving home in the rain. To somber tunes. The individual shots of the band members sitting alone in an empty, theatre-like setting which indeed could before have been used to play a concert in, full of people, and now, empty, further contribute to the overall melancholic atmosphere of the video. As well as the shots of the train going by, and a sense of separation at it's core. In my opinion, "The Day Before You Came" is possibly the greatest love song ever made, or at least one of them. The song's emotional depth & versatility, coupled with its introspective lyrics and poignant tone, showcased ABBA's ability to craft songs that resonated with listeners on multiple levels. The song serves as a powerful reminder of how the arrival of someone special can bring newfound meaning and purpose to one's existence. Moreover, the song is particularly significant as it was the last one recorded by ABBA together before they split. The themes of longing, introspection, and the eventual realization of the impact this person has had on their life could be interpreted as a metaphor for the band's journey, with the members moving on from their time together and returning to their individual lives. When you also realize that they all were couples, it adds a deeper meaning to it as well. This added layer of meaning makes the song even more poignant and powerful, reflecting on both personal relationships and the group's journey as a whole. These different approaches help make it a lot more profound. This is a song that has deeply touched me, and i can listen to it again and again, as it captures the essence of love, longing, and the transformative power of human connection. It stands out not only as one of ABBA's most moving songs but also as one of the greatest love songs ever made. The song's themes and the music video's visual representation of the protagonist's life create a powerful and poignant experience that remains unforgettable. At it's core, the lyrics just describe a normal day most of us can recognize, but when you add the melody to it, it tells you that something more is going on here. This song remains one of ABBA's more less known songs compared to dancing queen, or the winner takes it all, but whereas those were part of their journey, i think the day before you came can be seen as the end.

Словами не описать, что происходит в душе когда слушаешь эту песню. Спасибо тебе АББА .

" It's funny but I had no sense of living without aim The day before you came" might be the greatest line in pop history.

Pete Waterman said if I had only written one song in his life, it would have been this one. He absolutely loves it, as I do

A total iconic masterpiece in music history. This song best describes what ABBA was going through as a group at this time and tells the whole story with just the beat. So sad considering this was their last song ever recorded together. It gives me chills knowing that Agnetha refused to sing this song unless the lights were dimmed in the studio and the air was just right. She even had a certain distance from the microphone during the recording. The fact she left the studio right after her last vocal in this song, not saying a word to anybody, and valuing to never go on stage again is haunting. Just makes this song ever so much more meaningful, beautiful, and powerful with how much heartbreak and talent that was involved in its creation. You can hear her heart through her voice. There is no music that comes close to ABBA. They are one of a kind, never to be duplicated again. Everything they did together was a success. And it still holds true today. I hope they never forget what they did for our industry and how much we love them. We miss you ABBA!

It's a shame this song didn't get more recognition because it's clearly one of their best.

This is poetry.

Frida background vocals are amazing on this song

"it's funny but I had no sense of living without aim. The day before you came." All the song is made for that, and that two simple sentences tell so much. Great lyrics.

I can hardly listen to one ABBA song on youtube, without spending the rest of my evening listening to them. The four of them were magical but Agnetha will always be special to me.

This song is timeless

One of my all time Favourite songs

Божественная баллада! Как нигде проявляется красота Агнеты!

I listen to this song very often. I just love it!!!!

Агнета это Ангел, который прилитает на Землю раз в 1000 лет. Дай ей Бог долгих лет жизни

This is truly the best Abba song ever wow! what a masterpiece! the mood of the song is so powerfull, and with it being the last recording before they split in 1982 it explains why, for a song to make you cry and hit you so hard is not an easy thing to do! well done guys i only wish this song got the praise and recognition it deserves, the video is also perfect for the song even down the the lighting.

Brilliant, brilliant song - lyrics, beat, mood and a beautifully shot video.

Meisterleistung von ABBA Danke dafür. ❤️💓👍

One of the most intelligent pop songs ever written and an incredible performance by Agnetha. Abba's true masterpiece.

Possibly the best ABBA song.

The BEST ABBA VIDEO AND A POP MASTERPIECE❤️

One of the master pieces. Sad and magical at the same time.

Любим, помним, не забудем!

ABBA was one of the best bands in the world..........5 stars

За такой взгляд красивой незнакомки можно многое отдать! При этом испытываешь небывалый прилив радости и восхищения по отношению к девушке. Жаль таких моментов совсем немного в жизни. Спасибо тебе Агнета!

It's a beautiful song.

this is a song that i discovered a few years ago as i'm now in my 40s as i'm drawn to this song more than anything abba has done as it's a true late-career gem. i love how dark it is in its production but it's also got something that is just entrancing in its lyrics.

This is the best song Abba ever made. Truly amazing. Makes you wonder if they’d carried on a little longer. This song is a masterpiece.

This song has everything:; hope, loss, desire, futility. I remember the day I met the love of my life, but I do not remember the day before. This is Abba as a mature musical entity. This song is amazing. Truly, truly remarkable.

This is song is so much underrated also very rarely Played

Masterpiece ❤

ABBA were musical masters. Their songs are as fresh today as they were when they were released. Such a great musical legacy.

One of the best songs ever written. Simply stunning. Nothing to better it. My absolute favourite song of all time.

She is beautiful ❤

These guys were in turmoil at the the tme..but still recording masterpieces like this...total respect xx

The 'divorce songs' from ABBA are stunning, transcendent, some of the best modern recorded music we have ever heard

Seldom mentioned is the amazing composing skills of Benny and Bjorn.

Zeitlos schön! ❤

Brilliant. Must admit this never happened to me on the Marske to Middlesbrough train. 😢

absolutely one of the best ABBA songs ever....and a lot of people don't know it, but its truly a masterpiece!

Please remaster this masterpiece in 4k. probably the best, the most sophisticated Abba song . Truly amazing 💕

The genius of this song is the way it resolves. Very subtle. Beautiful.

What a GEM, Lovely!!!!!

Самое лучшее, что я слышал за всю историю музыки ❤❤❤❤

ABBA's music gives me goosebumps every single time. Not many people may agree, but they're one of the best bands to have ever happened to mankind.

❤ this track , number 1 in my top 3, love the guy in it, there well suited, love bass line, the haunting affect Agnetha my fave... The bridge is ABSOLUTELY AWESOME ❤❤

This song will haunt me forever. Unforgettable.

Мурашки от голоса Агнеты, БРАВООООО❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️ 💔😘😘🥺🤗

Более полувека они (АВВА) завораживают наши сердца❤💞 своей музыкой и своей историей Любви! Не каждому выпадает такой поцелуй Вечности.

a masterpiece........................

Absolute classic

This song is just so bloody good. It's one their last but one of their best. I used to cling to the idea that the Beatles were the greatest pop group of all time, but NO ABBA were the greatest.

The best song in the world

Beauty 💯❤❤❤❤

and in 2021 - with the world in turmoil , ABBA return , a thunderbolt of pure light in these dark times..

She is from my hometown, Jönköping Sweden. Thank you for the music!

Не буду много описывать скажу лишь,что это Божественно❤❤❤

I know exactly where I was 42 years ago when I heard it on the radio. I forget everything and was mesmerized by this beautiful and deep song. Later I bought the extended single version of it. I still love it, for sure with the video now.

Самая пронзительная песня АББЫ. И самая лучшая, на мой взгляд. Просто бездна чувств!!!

Самая любимая композиция! Спасибо , что дарили нам радость. Мы влюблялись, расставались - это была наша молодость🙏

Timeless ❤

And now, we have a new ABBA songs, so this beautiful song is not the last one, which was recorded!😜

I think that, not only is it Abba's best song, it may well be one of the best songs ever written.

This is sheer genius! Perfect drama song! I have always admired ABBA!

So beautiful.Thank you ABBA

Божественная баллада!!! Так о любви мало кто писал музыку!!! Пронзает всех и вся!!! До слёз!!!! Браво АВВА!!!!!!!!

Слушаешь и тебя охватывает какое то непонятное чувство восторга ,неуёмной ностальгии и прекрасного беспокойства , песня пробирает до мозга костей , это очень здорово , что мы можем слушать подобные ШЕДЕВРЫ

Best ABBA song ever. I wish people gave Anni-Frid more credit on this one as she is a trained opera singer and her vocals in the background are what makes this song so haunting and beautiful

Heartbreaking. Beautiful. I identify so much with this song. Though I'm still waiting for her to arrive.